What is another word for flammable?
Pronunciation: [flˈaməbə͡l] (IPA) 
Flammable is an adjective used to indicate the ability of a substance to catch fire or burn easily. Some common synonyms for flammable include combustible, ignitable, inflammable, fiery, and combustive. Combustible refers to materials that can be set on fire and burned readily, while ignitable implies the ability of a substance or object to be ignited by a spark or flame. Inflammable is a commonly misunderstood synonym of flammable, which means the same thing; though people often make the mistake of thinking it means not flammable. Fiery is another synonym of flammable that refers to something that catches fire easily. Combustive refers to an explosive substance that can cause a fire or explosion if handled carelessly.
